For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 alternative private high schools serving 175 students in New Mexico.
The top ranked alternative private high school in New Mexico is Acton Academy Albuquerque.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the New Mexico private high school average acceptance rate of 80%.
100% of alternative private high schools in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Pentecostal and Christian).
Top Ranked New Mexico Alternative Private High Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Acton Academy Albuquerque![Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ]( "Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ")
Alternative School (Christian)
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Desert Springs Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
210 S Nevarez
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 571-7709
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 571-7709
Gr: K-11 | 80 students
Lighthouse Academy
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
602 S Mississippi Ave
Roswell, NM 88203
(575) 622-1947
Roswell, NM 88203
(575) 622-1947
Gr: 1-12 | 17 students
Living Word Christian Academy
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
1901 17th Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 892-7378
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 892-7378
Gr: 1-12 | 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative private high schools in New Mexico?
The top ranked alternative private high schools in New Mexico is Acton Academy Albuquerque.
How many alternative private high schools are located in New Mexico?
4 alternative private high schools are located in New Mexico.
What percentage of alternative private high schools are religiously affiliated in New Mexico?
100% of alternative private high schools in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Pentecostal and Christian).
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